Safety

All women and girls in Washington deserve to live free from violence.

Our Priorities in Improving Safety for All Women and Girls

Through collaboration with community partners and state agencies, the Commission works to advance practical solutions and policy changes to disrupt threats against women, provide adequate support for survivors, and eradicate all forms of gender-based violence.

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Addressing domestic violence, sexual assault, sexual harassment, and stalking

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Establishing safe community initiatives, including safe use of technology & preventing gun violence

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Addressing the epidemic of missing and murdered indigenous women and girls

Safety Committee

Safety means individuals can make decisions for themselves and their families free from the threat of violence.

The goal of the Safety Committee is to foster a shared understanding and build a robust foundation for all levels of community to address and prevent disproportionate violence against women. Members possess lived experience or expertise in WSWC’s safety policy priorities and help inform our legislative and community work.

Meet our Committee Leads

Commissioner Riddhi Mukhopadhyay

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Commissioner Quinn Dalan

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Share your voice, expertise, or lived experience to support the safety of WA women & girls.

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Sexual Harassment Model Policy

The early work of WSWC took place when the #MeToo movement gained national attention. From requests by legislators and constituents, the commission created a Sexual Harassment Model Policy option, especially for businesses with limited resources.

Learn about this initiative

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Civil Protection Order Reform

In 2021, the Commission hosted virtual listening sessions to hear directly from voices across the state including survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, subject matter experts, and other advocates and stakeholders. The report generated from this input informed state court systems and legislators on areas in need of improvement.